The phrases passive-aggressive people use without even realizing it can cause emotional harm and confusion. Just because someone might be expressing negative emotions in a subconscious way, that doesn ...

Have you ever had to deal with a sarcastic co-worker? Or maybe you've asked your colleagues for feedback only to find later that they gossiped or spread rumors behind your back. Seventy percent of ...

"Behind the smile, a hidden knife!" ― Ancient Chinese proverb describing passive-aggressive behavior The NYU Medical Center defines a passive-aggressive individual as someone who "may appear to comply ...

If you have ever walked out of a meeting questioning your memory, your judgment, or even your value, you are not alone. You might be experiencing gaslighting or passive-aggressive behavior at work.

Aaron was winding up a work call as his partner Jim waited at the dinner table. “I’ll just be a minute or two here,” Aaron whispered, cupping his phone. “No probs,” Jim whispered back. Minutes passed ...

Before we had gaslighting and narcissism, passive-aggressive behavior was considered a major faux pax. It still is and for good reason. But let's back up a second—what exactly is "passive aggression"?

When a prickly comment comes wrapped in a smile, it's a bit harder to uncover Passive-aggressive behavior can make friendship confusing. One second, you’re clinking glasses of espresso martinis over ...

Passive-aggression is more subtle than anger, but that doesn't make it any less painful, and if your husband uses these phrases, you're probably married to a pass-aggressive person.

Whether it's from a colleague, a friend, or a family member, having the right comeback to a snide remark can cut the awkwardness and steer the conversation back on track. The key is to maintain your ...

Over the past year, there have been several employee-driven movements in the corporate world. “Quiet Quitting” has been gaining popularity and can be linked to the rise of passive aggression in the ...